Australian News in Punjabi: 24 August 2020

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews speaks to the media during a press conference in Melbourne, Sunday, August 16, 2020. Victoria has recorded 279 new coronavirus cases and 16 deaths, taking the national toll to 395. (AAP Image/Erik Anderson) NO ARCHIVING

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews Source: AAP

Presenting the major national and international news stories of today; sports, currency exchange rates and the weather forecast for tomorrow.


In this bulletin...

 

** New coronavirus cases in Victoria, government plans to extend the state of emergency provisions…

** A Liberal party power broker quits after more allegations of branch-stacking…

and

** In sport, the AFL explores Perth's venue options ahead of a decision about this year's Grand Final.

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Residents in metropolitan Melbourne are subject to stay-at-home orders and can only leave home for food and essential supplies, work, study, exercise or care responsibilities. People are also advised to wear masks in public.

People in Australia must stay at least 1.5 metres away from others. Check your state’s restrictions on gathering limits. 

If you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms, stay home and arrange a test by calling your doctor or contact the Coronavirus Health Information Hotline on 1800 020 080. 

News and information is available in 63 languages at sbs.com.au/coronavirus 

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